GRE Word List
FRISK
to search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
The meaning of the word frisk is to search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| benediction | the invocation (see invocation |
| repulse | to drive or beat back : repel |
| mutilate | to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect |
| dys- | abnormal |
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| clout | a piece of cloth or leather : rag |
| inequity | injustice |
| impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |
| pestle | a usually club-shaped implement for pounding or grinding substances in a mortar see mortar illustration |